Job summary
Closing Date: 31.08.25
Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 01.09.25
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 08.09.25
The Band 7 Senior Sister/Charge nurse is required to oversee the day to day running of the ENT/Ophthalmology Outpatients department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the team in providing vital ENT/Ophthalmology services to patients attending the outpatient department.
Main duties of the job
Please see person specification document.
Post holder will oversee running of the ENT/Ophthalmology outpatients department. They will work with the Matron to deliver a high standard of care, through management of the Nursing team.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description document
Post holder will oversee running of the ENT/Ophthalmology outpatients department. They will work with the Matron to deliver a high standard of care, through management of the Nursing team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description document
Post holder will oversee running of the ENT/Ophthalmology outpatients department. They will work with the Matron to deliver a high standard of care, through management of the Nursing team.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Experience in policy development
- Budget and financial management experience
- Experience of leading/managing a team of staff
- Change management experience
Desirable
- Experience in an Outpatient setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills using a systematic, thorough and logical approach
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Mentoring and counselling skills
- Change management skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Computer literate
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
Desirable
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of patients attending an outpatient setting
- Management Development Training
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Teaching and assessing qualification e.g. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical specialty and/or an Outpatient setting
- ENB courses applicable to specialism
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
- Experience in policy development
- Budget and financial management experience
- Experience of leading/managing a team of staff
- Change management experience
Desirable
- Experience in an Outpatient setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills using a systematic, thorough and logical approach
- Ability to lead and work as part of a team
- Mentoring and counselling skills
- Change management skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Computer literate
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of change management processes
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the NHS national and Trust's targets and priorities
- Recruitment and Selection, Appraisal and other relevant HR/People management training
Desirable
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of patients attending an outpatient setting
- Management Development Training
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Teaching and assessing qualification e.g. ENB 6590 (998) or equivalent
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Post registration qualification / training in area of clinical specialty and/or an Outpatient setting
- ENB courses applicable to specialism
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
